Dar es Salaam
Population:6.7 million
Tanzania's largest city and former capital, a major port and commercial center.
Top attractions
- National Museum
- Village Museum
- Kivukoni Fish Market
- Coco Beach
- Askari Monument
Country guide
Tanzania
Home to some of Africa's most iconic destinations, from the Serengeti plains to Mount Kilimanjaro. Tanzania offers unparalleled wildlife experiences, pristine beaches, and rich cultural heritage.
- Capital
- Dodoma
- Language
- Swahili, English
- Currency
- Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
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Visa information
Visa required for most nationalities. Electronic visa (eVisa) available online or visa on arrival.
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Visa details
Visa required for most nationalities. Electronic visa (eVisa) available online or visa on arrival.
Cost of travel
- Currency
- Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
- Accommodation
- TZS 200,000-600,000 per night for mid-range lodges, TZS 50,000-150,000 for budget accommodations
- Food
- TZS 30,000-80,000 per meal at restaurants, TZS 10,000-25,000 for local food
- Transportation
- TZS 2,000-5,000 for local transport, TZS 50,000-200,000 for long-distance buses
- Activities
- TZS 80,000-200,000 for park entries, TZS 400,000-1,200,000 for safari tours per day
- Overall daily budget
- TZS 300,000-800,000 per day depending on safari level and accommodation
Best time to visit
June to October for dry season and Great Migration, December to March for calving season.
Weather
Tropical climate with two rainy seasons. Coastal areas are hot and humid, highlands are cooler and drier.
Top cities to visit
Capital city
Dodoma
Population:2.1 million
Tanzania's official capital and political center, located in the country's heart.
Top attractions
- Parliament Building
- Gaddafi Mosque
- Dodoma Cathedral
- Kondoa Rock Art
- Local Markets
Arusha
Population:617,000
The safari capital of Tanzania, gateway to northern national parks.
Top attractions
- Mount Meru
- Arusha National Park
- Cultural Heritage Centre
- Central Market
- Clock Tower
Zanzibar City
Population:405,000
The main city of Zanzibar Island, featuring the historic Stone Town area.
Top attractions
- Stone Town
- House of Wonders
- Old Fort
- Forodhani Gardens
- Spice Tours
Mwanza
Population:1.2 million
A major city on Lake Victoria known as 'Rock City' for its enormous boulder formations.
Top attractions
- Bismarck Rock
- Saanane Island
- Lake Victoria
- Sukuma Museum
- Rubondo Island National Park
Top attractions
Serengeti National Park
World-famous for the Great Migration and vast plains teeming with wildlife.
Location: Northern Tanzania
Mount Kilimanjaro
Africa's highest mountain and the world's tallest free-standing mountain.
Location: Northern Tanzania
Ngorongoro Crater
A massive volcanic caldera with the world's largest intact volcanic crater.
Location: Northern Tanzania
Zanzibar
A tropical archipelago with pristine beaches, spice tours, and Stone Town's historic charm.
Location: Indian Ocean
Tarangire National Park
Known for its large elephant herds and distinctive baobab trees.
Location: Northern Tanzania
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View all countries in this regionTravel tips
- Always check for updated visa requirements before your trip.
- Consider travel insurance that covers medical emergencies.
- Research local customs and etiquette before your visit.
- Keep digital and physical copies of important documents.
Tanzania travel cost calculator
Cost breakdown
- Accommodation (3 nights, 1 room)
- TZS 600,000–1,800,000
- Food (2 × 3 days, 2 meals a day)
- TZS 360,000–960,000
- Transport (2 × 3 days, 2 rides a day)
- TZS 24,000–60,000
- Activities (2 × 3 days, 1 a day)
- TZS 480,000–1,200,000
- Total estimated cost
- TZS 1,464,000–4,020,000
- Per person
- TZS 732,000–2,010,000
Note: These estimates use this guide’s own prices and may vary with season, location and personal preferences. Consider adding a 10-20% buffer for unexpected expenses.